TERA

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TERA is a shielded connector for use with Category 7 twisted-pair data cables, developed by The Siemon Company and standardised in 2003 by IEC 61076-3-104. The latest revision of the standard (published in 2006) has extended the characterized performance up to 1000 MHz.

TERA-Connector

TERA is also the standard interface for broadcast communications technology (BCT) in SOHO (Small Office Home Office). This connector allows for cable sharing, permitting users to integrate video, voice and data services over a single cabling link.

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International standard IEC 61076-3-104 Ed.2: Connectors for electronic equipment — Part 3-104: Rectangular connectors — Detail specification for 8-way, shielded free and fixed connectors for data transmissions with frequencies up to 1000 MHz. International Electrotechnical Commission, July 2006.